Frontend Engineering Manager at Soar Global Pte. Ltd.
Job Opportunity: Frontend Manager (Next.js Specialist)
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Frontend Manager with expertise in Next.js to lead our frontend development efforts. In this role, you will guide a team of talented developers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and user-centric web applications. Collaboration with product managers, designers, and backend engineers will be key to achieving our business objectives.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead the Frontend Team: Manage and mentor a team of frontend developers, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to the highest standards. Allocate tasks and resources effectively across internal and external teams.
- Build Scalable Next.js Applications: Design and develop robust, maintainable, and high-performing Next.js applications, adhering to best practices for performance and user experience.
- Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with product, design, and backend teams to align frontend development with business goals and technical requirements.
- Ensure Code Quality: Establish coding standards, conduct thorough code reviews, and implement best practices to maintain a clean and efficient codebase.
- Optimize Performance: Focus on speed, accessibility, and SEO optimization, utilizing Next.js features and modern technologies to enhance application performance.
- Stay Ahead of Trends: Keep up with the latest advancements in frontend development, including Next.js updates, and advocate for their adoption when appropriate.
- Manage Projects: Assist in planning, organizing, and tracking the team’s workload, ensuring realistic timelines and smooth project execution.
- Grow the Team: Participate in hiring, onboarding, and training new team members to build a strong and collaborative frontend development team.
What We’re Looking For:
- 5+ years of professional frontend development experience, including 2+ years in a managerial role and 3+ years working with Next.js.
- Expertise in JavaScript (ES6+), React.js, Next.js, HTML5, and CSS3.
- Experience with modern frontend tools like TypeScript, Redux, Webpack, and Babel.
- Understanding of RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and server-side rendering (SSR) principles.
- Strong knowledge of responsive and adaptive design for various devices and screen sizes.
- Proven leadership skills with excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience with Agile methodologies and project management tools like Jira or Trello.
- Knowledge of SEO principles, web performance optimization, and accessibility standards.
- Proficiency in Git for version control and collaborative development.
Bonus Points:
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud) and deploying Next.js applications.
- A strong sense of UI/UX design principles and the ability to collaborate effectively with design teams.
- Contributions to open-source projects are a plus.
Next Steps:
Click Apply to be redirected to a form where you can submit your details. After completing the form, you’ll be directed to a 1-hour exam. Please ensure you’re ready to begin, as the exam will start immediately.
Join us and take your career to new heights!